Firefox for Mac
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Firefox overview
Firefox offers a fast, safe Web browsing experience. Browse quickly, securely, and effortlessly. With its industry-leading features, Firefox is the choice of Web development professionals and casual users alike.
Mozilla Firefox for Mac is a versatile and feature-packed browser with advanced security features that can hide shared user activity and has customizable privacy settings that protect your system from unwanted tracking and harmful software.
Mozilla Firefox is perfect for casual searches as well as more complex queries.
You no longer need an app or extension to take screenshots because when you download Firefox for Mac you get a brand new capture tool that captures any part of a webpage and makes images available for download online.
Faster and Better
Since the release of Quantum is now twice as fast as its predecessors and needs 30% less memory than its main competitor Chrome.Clean Interface
Firefox interface is intuitive to use with tools and features that are easy to locate.
The dashboard-style homepage offers access to:
- Different search bars
- Downloads
- Bookmarks
- History
- Synchronization across devices and platforms
- Add-ons
- Customizable toolbars
- Customizable page layouts
- Advanced saving options
- Brand new screen capturing tool
Features
- Facebook container extension - separate activity on Facebook from other web activities.
- Enhanced and customizable privacy tracking protection settings could slow down browsing speeds, but protects your privacy.
- Protect your computer from malware and harmful software
- Lockbox Password manager for password-free login
- Firefox Monitor, check, and set alerts for any email breaches.
- Run Firefox in Safe Mode
- Backup your Firefox Profile
- Site optimization for a smooth browsing experience
- Tiled history: a tiled display of the sites you've visited lately
- Session Restore
Support for Developers
- Firefox provides an open-source platform for developers to create powerful add-ons and extensions
- Add extensions from the Firefox extension workshop to enhance productivity and user experience.
- Developer hub where you can port Chrome Extensions with minimal effort.
- Author, run, and test extensions with the built-in command-line tool
- Automate code tests for your add-on
- Test your add-on for compatibility across platforms
- Live testing and debugging
Firefox Editions
Beta
The Beta version is unstable, and the platform is still in the testing and development phase and sends data to Firefox about any issues encountered.
Nightly
Be the first to check out the features of the next-generation web browser. Nightly is an unstable testing and development platform and sends data to Mozilla and partners to handle any problems encountered.
Developer Edition
Author, debug and scale with the only browser built exclusively for developers.
TestFlight
Developers in the iOS Developer Program can test Firefox beta version via Apple’s TestFlight program.
What’s new in version 136.0.2
- Fixed a bug where "Cookies and site data" and "Temporary cached files and pages" were unexpectedly enabled after updating to Firefox 136 for users with "History" and/or "Site settings" set to clear on shutdown in previous versions. (Bug 1952564)
- Affected users already on Firefox 136 can disable these settings in "Privacy & Security".
- Fixed an issue where the Primary Password prompt appeared in unexpected situations. (Bug 1946121)
- Fixed visibility issues with radio buttons on dark backgrounds. (Bug 1951930)
- Fixed high CPU usage on Windows when the screen was locked or the laptop lid was closed. (Bug 1924932)
FAQ
Can I use Firefox on a Mac?
You can use Firefox on a Mac if you have a later version than Mac OS X 10.8 installed on your device.
What is the latest version of Firefox for Mac?
Firefox 45.9.0esr is the latest running version with security fixes.
Is Firefox free?
Yes. Firefox is an open-source web browser that’s free to use.
Is Safari better than Firefox?
The outcome will largely depend on user preference, but in terms of battery life of your Mac, Safari will always win, and in terms of developer options, Safari lacks support for open source projects.
Is Chrome better than Firefox?
The two browsers compare with each other, but Firefox uses less memory, and Google Chrome has a more substantial add-on library.
Firefox for Mac
Free
In English
Version 136.0.2
What users say about Firefox
Value: 3.0
I love Firefox! I have used it for years & I woke up this morning to discover that Firefox was no longer supported by my operating system!! ?D0H!! And the ESR isn't helpful bcz my OS is older! What's a poor-girl to do? Can't buy a new laptop... FIREFOX! WHY DID YOU ABANDON ME?!?
Other user ratings:
Ease of use | 3.0
Features | 3.0
Reliability | 3.0
Customer support | 3.0
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Mar 24 2025
Version: 136.0.2
Why does Firefox -- and many other programs -- have to be 'updated' every few days or so? Are all of those vaunted H1B programmers actually that bad -- like many have averred over the years? FF wants me to allow an update every week … and that's just plain -- stupid …
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Mar 9 2025
Version: 136.0
TL;DR
https://blog.mozilla.org/en/products/firefox/update-on-terms-of-use/
